Running two villas, working in the vineyard and photographing the Langhe

MY STORY

Dreaming in Italian

This site is dedicated to my love of food and wine and travel and my passion for encouraging others to indulge their taste buds and live their dreams. There will be lots of photography, recipes and vignettes about what it is really like to live in Italy, work in the vineyard, winemaking, and renovating TWO four-hundred year-old farmhouse's.

I am originally from San Francisco. I now live in Bonvicino (population 99). My purchase of Villa San Lorenzo began as a dream. I was drawn to the region for it’s exquisite food, wine, and gorgeous views from every angle. The culture, food, landscape and people are magical. There is a true sense of authentic living. I love to offer experiences to other's here in this stunningly beautiful region that can offer a view of a different way to engage with the world.

I restored San Lorenzo with the intent to provide a peaceful and private retreat nestled within a short distance from great restaurants, wineries, the Mediterranean, and the Italian Alps. I then purchased a second property, Villa Bracchi, that has been completely gutted and charmingly restored. I enjoy sharing all that Piedmont has to offer, guests have told me that the experiences they've had while visiting the region with me should be on everyone's "bucket list!" -Clay

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I live in the small town of Bonvicino, Piedmont, Italy. Population is, we've been told, 99. I have renovated two stunningly beautiful historic properties in the small Alta Langhe village and modernized the interiors while maintaining the wonderful integrity of Villa San Lorenzo and Villa Bracchi. Peace and tranquility surround the each estate.

Within fifteen minutes you can find yourself hiking through the Barolo wine region dotted with castles and hilltop villages. The food and wine of this region is extraordinary. People don't need to go out of their way to buy and eat locally source ingredients. It is a matter of course here. They grow their own fruit and vegetables, raise their own animals and purchase what they need from the local contadini. This is a land rich in materia prima. I will attempt to capture in words, photos, and videos, this magical place called the Langhe, now and official UNESCO World Heritage Site.